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Phill G. McDonald

1941 – 1968

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient

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About Phill G. McDonald

Lived 1941 – 1968 (aged 26). Phill G. McDonald was an American military personnel.

Phill Gene McDonald (September 13, 1941 – June 7, 1968) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Vietnam War.

Biography McDonald joined the Army from Beckley, West Virginia, in 1967, and served as a private first class in Company A, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during a June 7, 1968 firefight near Kontum in South Vietnam, during Operation MacArthur.

McDonald, aged 26 at his death, was buried in Guilford Memorial Park, Greensboro, North Carolina.

Medal of Honor citation Private First Class McDonald's official Medal of Honor citation reads:

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Important facts

Born
13 September 1941, Avondale
Birth century
20th century
Died
7 June 1968, South Vietnam
Occupation
Military personnel
Nationality
United States
Awards
Medal of Honor; Purple Heart
Also known as
Phill Gene McDonald

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Phill G. McDonald?

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient (1941–1968)

When was Phill G. McDonald born?

Phill G. McDonald was born on 13 September 1941 in Avondale.

When did Phill G. McDonald die?

Phill G. McDonald died on 7 June 1968 in South Vietnam.

What was Phill G. McDonald's occupation?

Phill G. McDonald was a military personnel.

What nationality was Phill G. McDonald?

Phill G. McDonald was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Phill G. McDonald

· Wikidata: Q7185576

· DBpedia: Phill G. McDonald

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